Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday, inaugurated the Chairman and members of the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC), urging them to uphold the integrity and credibility of the electoral process. Speaking during the ceremony at the Banquet Hall, Lagos House, Ikeja, the Governor emphasised the importance of …

    Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has dissolved the State Executive Council, effective immediately. The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr Enobong Uwah, in Uyo. According to the statement, former commissioners and special advisers have been …

Judge Juan Merchan has sentenced President-elect Donald Trump, to an unconditional discharge in the high-profile hush money case, sparing him jail time, penalties, or probation. Judge Merchan justified the decision, stating, “The only lawful sentence that permits entry of a judgment or conviction without encroaching upon the highest office of …

The British Council continued the celebration of its 80th anniversary in Nigeria with a commemorative event held on December 9, 2024, at its Abuja office, following the launch event earlier in Lagos. The event brought together stakeholders, partners, and distinguished guests to reflect on eight decades of impactful contributions to Nigeria’s …

Building on its long-standing presence in sub-Saharan Africa, First Bank of Nigeria Limited is gearing up for its next growth phase as financial systems across the continent open up to new opportunities.   More than a decade after an acquisition spree that boosted its footprint in sub-Saharan Africa, First Bank …

Welcome to my first LinkedIn Newsletter in 2025, where I share insights as a public relations measurement professional with more than a decade of experience shaping conversations in Nigeria and globally. As we step into 2025, the world of PR monitoring and measurement is undergoing a significant transformation. This year, …

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (“GTCO Plc” or the “Group”) (NGX: GTCO) is pleased to announce the successful completion of the first tranche of its equity capital raise programme, following the completion of the capital verification exercise conducted by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the approval of the …

  The National leadership of Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) Branch of NUPENG has commiserated with the families of the victims, as well as the Government of Delta State, affected by the unfortunate tanker explosion.   PTD expressed this in a heartfelt statement jointly signed by its National Chairman, Comrade Lucky …

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Monday admitted Olamide Thomas, who allegedly threatened Seyi Tinubu and the Inspector-General (I-G) of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, with a death threat on social media, to a N10 million bond with one surety in like sum. Justice Emeka Nwite, in a ruling on …

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Chairman and CEO of Hallmark Bank, Mark Wabara, has expressed confidence that Abians will rally behind Governor Alex Otti, for a second term in office due to his impressive achievements so far. Speaking to newsmen on Sunday, after a private …